Monday, May 3, 2010

Cinco de Mayo Holiday



05/03/10 - Cinco de Mayo - Cinco de May is a popular holiday in the United States, but it is only celebrated in a few places in Mexico. Even though there are numerous holidays in Mexico, this one seems to be the one picked to represent the Mexican heritage in the US. This day is actually celebrated because of Mexico's victory over France on May 5th in 1862.

Details from the Mexican culture or used in the festivities here in the United States. Generally these items include Hispanic food, drinks, music and or course decorations. Reds, greens and yellows seem to be the favorite colors found in the theme.

This page will display links to various items to help you celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Each page will include completed instructions and a pattern for the individual projects.

Turn the designs into your desired project. Make pins, or fuse them into other objects such as bowls or platters.

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